THE VAULT

Maniac (1980) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 6.4/100

I warned you not to go out tonight!

The Premise

A psychotic man, troubled by his childhood abuse, kills and mutilates young women and local models on the streets of New York City.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Slasher, Maniac taps into fundamental fears. The 6.4/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of mannequin, sadism, shotgun continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

Ready to dig deeper? The ScreamDesk Vault connects you to the architecture of fear.